Cooking Steps

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta tubes according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water. Set aside to cool slightly.
• In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
• Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
• In a bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and the beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
• Using a spoon or a piping bag, fill each pasta tube with the beef and cheese mixture.
• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• In a baking dish, spread about 1 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom.
• Place the stuffed pasta tubes in the baking dish, side by side. Pour the remaining marinara sauce over the top.
• Sprinkle additional shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
• Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
• Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
• Serve the Beef & Cheese Stuffed Pasta Tubes warm.